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n Brighton & Hove we are totally committed to helping I you have the happiest and Naa-irah Rob most memorable day of your lives. Rhapsody Road Photography Brighton & Hove City Council is proud of their friendly, experienced and professional team of Registrars. Each year beside the seaside, the Meet the City’s Registrars legally unite over 1,500 happy couples in marriage and civil partnership. registrars So, if you are getting married, registering a civil partnership, want to convert your civil partnership to marriage or arrange another celebration such Kevin as a renewal of vows or naming ceremony, this guide will help you discover what is on offer here in Brighton & Hove.

Lucy Gloria Hannah Andrew Our beautiful, fun and vibrant city has venues full of character and charm from Brighton Town Hall to the extraordinary and opulent Royal Pavilion

Susan Palace. We can offer you grand seafront hotels, Rhapsody Road Photography modern seaside hotels, Brighton Pier, the stunning Brighton Bandstand, the former stately home of Stanmer House and many more personal and Euna Bex Rachel Rebecca unusual options. So whether you are planning a small, intimate ceremony, or a large wedding with many guests, there will be a venue to suit you. Please see our list of approved venues on the back page of this guide or explore further on our website How to contact us www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/registeroffice

Brighton & Hove Register Office Brighton and Hove also offers a wide variety of Alix Sue B Brighton Town Hall accommodation to you and your guests. For those Bartholomews, Brighton, BN1 1JA wedding parties who wish to make it a celebration 01273 292016 to remember www.visitbrighton.com can help e: [email protected] you with a list of options. online bookings http://bdm.brighton-hove.gov.uk web: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/registeroffice Gail Lisa Photo: Anna Pumer Contents

Page: Meet the registrars 1

Marriages & civil partnerships 4

Arranging a civil marriage 5 Civil partnerships 6 Arranging a marriage or civil partnership in England or Wales: The legal preliminaries 6 What documents will I need? 8 Converting a civil partnership to marriage 10 Religious marriages 11 Getting married abroad 12

Traditions 14

Ceremony readings 18

Ceremony countdown 22

Frequently asked questions 24

Renewal of vows 26

Naming ceremonies 28

Adverts 29

List of venues 48

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2 3 Marriages & Arranging a civil marriage civil partnerships A civil marriage can be contracted between a man and a woman or by a couple of the same sex. A civil wedding ceremony is non-religious and takes place in a Register Office, Town Hall or other Approved venue. ver the next few pages you will find the information It must be contracted in the presence of at least two witnesses. you need about how to arrange your marriage, The legal preliminaries must be completed before the marriage can civil partnership or conversion of civil partnership take place. Please see page 6. O Two Registrars from the district where the ceremony is taking place, to marriage and what documents are required to do this. attend the ceremony – one who will conduct the marriage ceremony shotgun weddings and one who will record the marriage in the register. A marriage is contracted on the exchange of two spoken legal declarations, repeated after the Registrar. The first is a declaration that you are free to marry and the second is the contracting vow. The wording of the declarations cannot be changed in any way, but may be combined, for example a Traditional declaration may be used with a Modern contracting vow. The marriage register is the record of the marriage, to be signed by the couple, the witnesses and both Registrars.

Declarations Contracting vows

You can get Traditional Traditional married or register a civil partnership in I do solemnly declare that I call upon these persons here present the UK if you are: I know not of any lawful to witness that I ……do take thee…. • 16 or over – you need impediment why I ……may not to be my lawful wedded wife/ be joined in matrimony to…… husband consent from your parents Andrew Mardell Photography or guardians if you are under 18 Modern Modern • Legally free to marry, or form a civil partnership I declare that I know of no legal I ……take you/ (single, divorced or widowed) reason why I ……may not be thee to be my • not closely related joined in marriage to…. wedded wife/ husband Same sex couples can get married in England and Wales. Short • Only same sex couples can get civil partnerships. By replying I am to the question) Short • If you registered your civil partnership I ……take you/thee in England, Wales or overseas in Are you…..free lawfully to to be my wedded a British consulate or armed marry….? I am wife/husband forces base, you can convert your civil partnership into a marriage. To personalise your ceremony with readings, music etc please fill out our ceremony checklist via our website www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/ceremonychecklist Photo: Anna Pumer

44 5 Civil partnerships

A civil partnership is a legally recognised A civil partnership Registrar attends the partnership registered by two people civil partnership – they will oversee the of the same sex. It may be registered signing of the paperwork and conduct the in a Register office, Town Hall or other ceremony (if you are having one). approved venue. It must be registered Unlike a marriage, there is no in the presence of two witnesses. The requirement to exchange vows and a registration may be a simple short ceremony is optional. A civil partnership signing, or you may wish to celebrate is formed once the civil partnership with a small ceremony or maybe a larger schedule has been signed by both parties, ceremony enhanced with music and their witnesses and the civil partnership readings. Like a civil marriage, we are Registrar. not permitted to include any religious content. Please contact the ceremony team for ceremony options. The legal preliminaries must be completed before the civil partnership can take place. Please see below.

Arranging a marriage or civil partnership in England or Wales: The Legal preliminaries Photomadly Photography

The first thing you should If you are a British or EU national If you and/or your partner live If you or your partner are

do is decide on the venue for Contact the register office of the local authority outside England and Wales subject to immigration where you live to book an appointment to your ceremony • If you wish to be married in Brighton and control ENTER NOTICE of your intention to marry/register Hove you will need to establish residency in a Notice of intention to marry or register a civil partnership. This is a legally required You will need to give notice of your registration district in England or Wales for a a civil partnership is given for a specific preliminary to your marriage or civil partnership. intention to marry or register a civil period of 7 consecutive full days and nights (this named venue and is valid only for that partnership at a ‘Designated Register • Both of you must have lived in a registration means 9 days in total as the date of arrival and venue. Please be aware that if you change Office’. Brighton and Hove is a designated district in England or Wales for at least 9 days the date of the Notice are not included). your mind about the venue after you Register Office. Both parties to the immediately before entering your notice. have entered your notice then you will • Residency must be completed in one district; marriage or civil partnership must attend have to start the process again. • You cannot give notice more than twelve months you cannot spend 4 days in one and 3 in the notice appointment together. The before the ceremony date and the latest time another. Once you have satisfied the residency notice period may be extended from to enter notice is 28 days before your ceremony requirement, you can enter notice. 28 days to 70 days. More information can (we advise you do this 6 months before) be found via www.gov.uk/marriages- • After this you do not have to remain in the • You do not both need to have lived in the same civil-partnerships/foreign-national country, but can return at a later date to be Registration District or live in the town or city married (after 28 days and within 12 months). where you are going to have your ceremony.

66 7 What documents will I need?

When entering your notice of marriage or civil partnership you will be required to produce the following original documents. Photocopies or electronic documents are not acceptable.

Proof of identity, age and nationality: If either of you is under 18 years of age: A current valid passport is the primary  You will need to provide parental consent and preferred identity document. form signed by your parent(s) to confirm their If you are a British citizen and do not consent to the marriage. Parental consent hold a current valid passport you may forms must be obtained from us provide the following: [email protected] If you were born in the UK before If applicable, original documentary 1 January 1983 you need to provide evidence to show how any previous your full birth certificate marriage or civil partnership legally ended. If you were born in the UK after Please note if you have been divorced abroad,an 1 January 1983 to a British parent original document with a word-for-word translation you need to provide your full birth by a third party if it is in a foreign language. certificate and that of your mother (or If divorced father if married to the mother at the time of the birth).  Decree Absolute issued by the County Court, or High Court Family Division In addition to the birth certificate you  If you were divorced in your married name must provide one of the following: and have since reverted to your former name Current valid driving licence you will also need to provide your marriage certificate Utility bill no older than 3 months If you have been divorced abroad, an original Bank or building society statement no document with a word-for-word translation older than 1 month if it is in a foreign language. The translation Most recent council tax bill must be by a third party and not by either party to the marriage Mortgage statement within the last year If your marriage was annulled or your civil Current residential tenancy agreement partnership dissolved, then the formal document for this must be produced Proof of address: If widowed or a surviving Civil Partner  Most recent council tax bill OR Original death certificate with translation Utility bill dated within previous if necessary, and the Marriage or Civil 3 months OR Partnership certificate if you are not named  Bank or credit card statement dated on the death certificate within previous month OR If you have changed your name: Current valid driving licence  You will need to produce a change

of name deed or equivalent. Photo: Simon Fazackerley

88 9 Converting a civil partnership to marriage Religious marriages

If you registered your civil partnership in If you are marrying in an England, Wales or overseas in a British Consulate or armed forces base where the At your conversion Anglican church civil partnership was registered according appointment you will need You must first speak to the vicar of the relevant to the laws of England and Wales, it is to provide: church. If he or she is able to marry you then possible for you to convert your civil then the ecclesiastical preliminaries will be partnership into marriage. The standard An original civil partnership followed. This involves the reading of the conversion process is administrative and certificate showing your details Banns in the parish where each of you lives does not need witnesses, however it and in the church where you are to be married is possible to follow your conversion if this is in another parish. You must have your appointment with a conversion Proof of identity: Banns read out in church for three Sundays in ceremony.  Current, valid passports the three months before the wedding.

Proof of address: If either party to the marriage is subject to immigration control then you will need to give  Most recent council tax bill Notice of Marriage via civil preliminaries at OR a Designated Register Office and the notice period will be the same as for civil marriages. Utility bill dated with the last 3 months If you are marrying in any other OR church or religious building Bank/building society statement dated within the last month You will need the permission of the Minister, Priest of Governing Body before making OR arrangements. As a rule, you or your partner must live within the Church’s district, although Driving license showing there are some exceptions. You will both need to current address give Notice of Marriage to the Superintendent Registrar of the Registration District where you Changed of name: live. Some churches require the attendance of a Registrar to register the marriage, others have If you have changed your name their own ‘Approved Person’. Your Minister please provide relevant documents. will be able to advise you. If you require the attendance of a Registrar from Brighton and Hove please book with us as far in advance as possible. If either party to the marriage is subject to immigration control then you will need to give Notice of Marriage via civil preliminaries at a To find out more please contact our ceremony team: designated Register Office (Brighton & Hove [email protected] is designated).

10 11 Getting married abroad Photos: Simon Fazackerley

Always contact the local authorities in the It is worth checking with the authorities country where you want to be married or in the country where you intend to be enter into a civil partnership to find out married if you also need to obtain an what you need to do. Each country has its Apostille stamp. This is a legalisation own procedures so it is important to find stamp which can be added to your CONI out exactly what you will need. if required . This can only be done by the More information can be found at Foreign and Commonwealth Office. www.gov.uk/marriage-abroad More information can be found at If you are a British citizen you may be www.gov.uk/get-document-legalised required to obtain a ‘Certificate of No There is no provision to ‘register’ a Impediment’ (CONI). marriage in England or Wales where A CONI is similar to a Notice of Marriage in that the marriage has taken place in another you must be resident in your local registration country. Your marriage should be district for a minimum 9 days beforehand. There recognised in the UK if it followed is a 28 day waiting period before the CONI’ is the correct legal process according to able to be issued and collected. local law.

1212 13 Wearing something borrowed, preferably something that has already Traditions The meaning of flowers been worn by another happy bride at her own wedding, is said to bring good ALMOND Blossom LILY, CALLA Beauty Hope luck to the marriage. In times gone by MARJORAM wearing something blue represented ncorporating wedding ASTER Love Kindness, courtesy purity and fidelity, usually an item of blue clothing or a blue band around traditions in your BERGAMOT MIMOSA Sensitivity Irresistible the bottom of the bride’s dress. wedding day is a fun way MYRTLE Fidelity I BLUEBELL Constancy to celebrate and recognise OREGANO Joy BORAGE Courage the historical importance ORCHID Love, of your marriage within a BROOM Humility beauty, refinement modern context. CARNATION PEONY Happy marriage Fascination PANSY Loving thoughts CHRYSANTHEMUM • Wedding rings are thought of as a Love PERIWINKLE symbol of eternal love due to their having Happy memory no beginning or end. They are a symbol CLOVER, FOUR PHLOX Agreement derived from ancient tribal customs, LEAVED “Be mine” involving the decoration of the bride with PRIMROSE I can’t DAFFODIL Regard circles of flowers and grass around her live without you wrist and ankles. FERN Sincerity ROSE, On the morning of the wedding, FORGET-ME-NOT Red Love White Pure the bride-to-be should put a silver • During the marriage ceremony, True love Pink Grace, beauty coin in the toe of her right shoe the bride stands on the left and the Yellow Friendship and step out (right foot first) for groom on the right. The origin of this FURZE OR GORSE her last walk as a single lady. goes back to the days when the groom Enduring affection SNOWDROP Hope The coin is said to bring not just had to fight off other men who also who GARDENIA Ecstasy STAR OF financial wealth but also a wealth wanted her as their bride, he would hold Purity Loveliness BETHLEHEM of happiness and joy in married life. his bride-to-be with his left hand allowing GENTIAN STOCK Affection, his right hand to be free to use his sword. HONEYSUCKLE Lasting beauty Bonds of love The tradition SWEET PEA Pleasures • Shoes and weddings. HEATHER of tying shoes to the bumper of the Admiration TUBEROSE newly-weds’ car probably originates from Voluptuousness the belief that leather offered protection IVY Fidelity, friendship TULIP, RED from evil spirits and that shoes were JASMINE Grace fertility symbols. My perfect lover LAVENDER Luck, Loyalty, devotion VIOLET • Honeymoon comes from the modesty, humility days when the groom would whisk his LILAC First love Faithfulness new bride away to a secret hide-away. LILY Purity, modesty WHEAT Riches of the Here they would remain for a full pass continuation of life of the moon and he would feed her LILY OF THE honeyed wine. VALLEY Purity WALLFLOWER and a sixpence in your shoe... Fidelity

1414 15 • Newly weds are not considered to be married until they have eaten breakfast together – hence the term Wedding Breakfast. Photos: Anna Pumer

16 17 Ceremony readings Pam Ayres: Wilfred Arlan Peterson: Yes, I’ll marry you, my dear. Happiness in marriage is not something that just happens. And here’s the reason why. A good marriage must be created. So I can push you out of bed In the art of marriage the little things are the big things… When the baby starts to cry. It is never being too old to hold hands. ‘This is one of my favourite wedding readings, And if we hear a knocking It is remembering to say “I love you” at least once a day. ideal, if like me you couldn’t quite believe your And it’s creepy and it’s late, It is never going to sleep angry. luck on your wedding day!’ I hand you the torch you see, It is at no time taking the other for granted; Photo: Anna Pumer And you investigate. the courtship should not end with the honeymoon, It is an extract from the Douglas Adams book Yes I’ll marry you, my dear, it should continue through all the years. So Long and.. You may not apprehend it, It is having a mutual sense of values and common Thanks for all the Fish. But when the tumble-drier goes objectives. It’s you that has to mend it. It is standing together facing the world. You have to face the neighbour There was a sort of gallery structure in the roof It is forming a circle of love that gathers in the whole space which held a bed and also a bathroom Should our labrador attack him, family. which, Fenchurch explained, you could actually And if a drunkard fondles me It is doing things for each other, not in the attitude swing a cat in, “But,” she added, “only if it was It’s you that has to whack him. of duty or sacrifice, but in the spirit of joy. a reasonably patient cat and didn’t mind a few Yes, I’ll marry you, nasty cracks about the head. So. Here you are.” You’re virile and you’re lean, It is speaking words of appreciation and demonstrating gratitude in thoughtful ways. “Yes.” My house is like a pigsty They looked at each other for a moment. You can help to keep it clean. It is not looking for perfection in each other. The moment became a longer moment, and That sexy little dinner It is cultivating flexibility, patience, understanding and a suddenly it was a very long moment, so long Which you served by candlelight, sense of humour. one could hardly tell where all the time was As I do chipolatas, It is having the capacity to forgive and forget. coming from. He’s not perfect. You aren’t either, and You can cook it every night! It is giving each other an atmosphere in which each For Arthur, who could usually contrive to feel the two of you will never be perfect. It’s you who has to work the drill can grow. self-conscious if left alone long enough with “But if he can make you laugh at least It is finding room for the things of the spirit. a Swiss cheese plant, the moment was one of And put up curtain track, once, causes you to think twice, and if sustained revelation. He felt on the sudden like a And when I’ve got PMT it’s you It is a common search for the good and the beautiful. he admits to being human and making cramped and zoo-born animal who wakes one who gets the flak, It is establishing a relationship in which the independence mistakes, hold onto him and give him morning to find the door of his cage hanging I do see great advantages, is equal, dependence is mutual and the obligation is the most you can. He isn’t going to quietly open and the savanna stretching gray But none of them for you, reciprocal. quote poetry, he’s not thinking about and pink to the distant rising sun, while all And so before you see the light, It is not only marrying the right partner, it is being the you every moment, but he will give you around new sounds are waking. I DO, I DO, I DO! right partner. a part of him that he knows you could He wondered what the new sounds were as he It is discovering what marriage can be, at its best. break. Don’t hurt him, don’t change gazed at her openly wondering face and her eyes that smiled with a shared surprise. him, and don’t expect for more than He hadn’t realized that life speaks with a voice he can give. Don’t analyze. Smile when to you, a voice that brings you answers to the A walled garden he makes you happy, yell when he questions you continually ask of it, had never “Your marriage”, he said, “Should have within it A secret and protected place, open makes you mad, and miss him when consciously detected it or recognized its tones to you alone. Imagine it to be a walled garden, Entered by a door to which only you he’s not there. Love hard when there until it now said something it had never said to

have the key. Within this garden you will cease to be a mother, father, employee, Photo: Simon Fazackerley him before, which was, is love to be had. Because perfect guys Homemaker or any other roles which you fulfil in daily life. Here you are yourselves, don’t exist, but there’s always one “yes.”” two people who love each other. Here you can concentrate on one another’s needs. guy that is perfect for you. Douglas Adams So take my hand and let us go back to our garden. The time we spend together is not wasted but invested. Invested in our future and the nurture of our love”. Anon Bob Marley ”

18 19 He wishes for the Cloths of Heaven Had I the heavens’ embroidered cloths, Enwrought with golden and silver light, The blue and the dim and the dark cloths Of night and light and the half-light, I would spread the cloths under your feet: But I, being poor, have only my dreams; I have spread my dreams under your feet; Tread softly because you tread on my dreams.

William Butler Yeats Photos: Anna Pumer

A walled garden “Your marriage”, he said, “Should have within it A secret and protected place, open to you alone. Imagine it to be a walled garden, Entered by a door to which only you have the key. Within this garden you will cease to be a mother, father, employee, Homemaker or any other roles which you fulfil in daily life. Here you are yourselves, two people who love each other. Here you can concentrate on one another’s needs. So take my hand and let us go back to our garden. The time we spend together is not wasted but invested. Invested in our future and the nurture of our love”. Anon

20 21 Ceremony countdown

The proposal

Choose shoes...... flowers

Select rings ...music

Select the venue and set a date

Send invitations... Choose readings outfits

Order cake, food and drink

...and receive! Relax and look forward to the big day

2222 23 Can we When should we arrive? What if we’re arriving separately? Frequently throw The couple should arrive a good fifteen minutes before the ceremony start confetti? time so that your registrar can check your information and that all is ready before your ceremony goes ahead. If you are arriving separately, one of you asked questions Yes, but only must arrive at least fifteen minutes before the ceremony start time. It’s a outside the Town Hall. common misconception that traditionally the bride/groom can arrive after Please make sure it the start time so please ensure you arrive in good time before the ceremony. is bio-degradable. At an Approved Venue the registrars will be there to welcome you 30 minutes before the ceremony start time. How do I give you information about personalising my ceremony with readings, music, arriving separately, etc? Can we take photos Please fill out our ceremony checklist on our website during the ceremony? www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/ceremonychecklist Yes but please get the Can I make an appointment photographer to check with Who is included in the room capacity? to speak to a registrar? the Registrar before the ceremony. There are strict limits and include children, babies, witnesses Yes, there is a fee to do this. Please contact and photographers as we have to comply with insurance our ceremonies team on 01273 292016, and fire regulations. Guests who exceed our legal limit may option 2. be denied access to the ceremony rooms. What if I want to In Brighton Town Hall: park a wedding car The Fitzherbert Room capacity is 8 guests; How long will the in Bartholomew The Regency Room capacity is 50 guests; The Council Chamber capacity is 120 guests & ceremony last? Square? When should I The Police Cells capacity is 30 guests. Approximately 30-40 Please contact the security staff If your ceremony is not at Brighton Town Hall, please contact minutes, depending on at Brighton Town Hall to discuss enter notice and your venue for guidance on their maximum capacity. whether you have readings, this – you can ring them direct on should I book my take photographs, etc. 01273 291052. ceremony first? Can we add our own Are the rooms accessible to In the city you can book personal vows? disabled people? both at the same time, or Yes, you can write a few lines of your just your ceremony. It is your own personal vows via our checklist The Regency Room and Fitzherbert Room are responsibility to make sure but please bear in mind that no on the ground floor and there is step free access you enter your notice in religious wording can be used. to the toilet facilities on this floor, which includes good time to make sure you wheelchair accessible provision. The Council Chamber is on the can legally have a marriage second floor of Brighton Town Hall so please let us know as How many or civil partnership. How do we provide our music? soon as possible if you or your guests are unable to use stairs. witnesses do Please see page 6. Hearing loops are available in both the Regency Room and Fitzherbert/Regency Room: Please bring I need? Fitzherbert Room and in the Council Chamber there are ear pieces music on either a CD or a phone/Ipod available for those with and without hearing aids. If you or your You need to provide Council Chamber: Phone/Ipod ONLY guests require ear pieces please let us know as soon as possible. two credible witnesses. Please arrange music with your venue if it is not at the Town Hall. Is everything ready for my ceremony? Do I need to bring any ID on the day of my ceremony? If you have entered your notice and paid your ceremony fees No, you have provided your ID when you entered your notice of marriage then you are all set to go. or civil partnership.

2424 25 Renewal of vows Photo: Simon Fazackerley

tailor made ceremony Who is the ceremony for? for any couple who Any couple legally married or in a civil wish to celebrate partnership of any age and for any length A of time can arrange a renewal of vows and renew their marriage or ceremony. You do not need to live in the partnership vows in a unique area where you want to hold your ceremony. and personal way. What happens in the ceremony? Many couples who have been married or who have had a civil partnership abroad The ceremony gives you the freedom to choose to renew their vows in a special create your own unique celebration with event for family and friends who were help from one of our experienced ceremony unable to attend the ceremony. A renewal celebrants. You may choose from a selection of vows ceremony can also be particularly of promises and include readings, poems and meaningful to those who have overcome music; or if you wish use readings, speeches difficulties or challenges in their life and music from your original ceremony. together and who wish to celebrate a Changes in your lives can be recognised renewed commitment to each other. allowing your children or grandchildren to be part of your celebration and new promises may be made to reflect your plans for your continuing future together. Old rings may be rededicated or new rings or gifts exchanged. To mark your ceremony a special commemorative certificate will be witnessed, signed and presented. A ceremony’s order of service may look something like this: • introduction and welcome by the celebrant Where can the • Opportunity for reading ceremony take place? • Acknowledgement of children/grandchildren if appropriate Renewal of vows ceremonies are held in Brighton Town Hall • Declaration of continued love and or at one of our preferred commitment approved venues. By special • Opportunity of reading arrangement these non- statutory • Re-dedication of rings ceremonies can also be held at • Signing of certificate other venues (including private • Conclusion of ceremony homes and gardens).

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f you are not planning to have a christening or baptism for your baby, we can offer you an alternative non-religious naming Iceremony. Each ceremony is unique to you and your family. You have the chance to work closely with a trained celebrant and tailor a ceremony that is special for you and your family.

What are they for? Photo: www.alipaul.com/ Naming ceremonies give you the opportunity to: • welcome your child into your family, circle of friends and wider community • promise your commitment to support, love and care for your child into adult life • give relatives and guests meet and welcome the newest member of the family • appoint mentors or supporting adultsn – a bit like nominating godparents. Family and friends can promise their help and support to your child as he or she grows up Who can arrange a naming • give grandparents the chance to make ceremony?

promises to support the parents in the Photos: www.sarareeve.com/ raising of their new grandchild Any parent, legal guardian or person who has parental responsibility of the child/ • welcome adoptive children and step- The Bandstand Whatever your theme or budget we can offer a children may arrange a ceremony. More comprehensive service from dressing the venue children into a new relationship and Kings Road Arches, information about parental responsibility to devising your menu in conjunction with the Bandstand Brighton, BN1 2LN celebrate the family bonding within a Cafe Bistro top-class chefs. can be found by visiting the following website new extended family unit t 01273 292712 www.gov.uk/parental-rights-responsibilities/ From traditional seaside fare and canapés & champagne e [email protected] what-is-parental-responsibility on The Bandstand, to a la Carte at the nearby Parents do not have to be married to restaurants we are here to help make your perfect Beautiful and truly majestic, The Bandstand venue stands day perfectly special!

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spectacular and we really did have the perfect wedding! Grade II Listed, the ornate architecture is magnificently To book a ceremony Thank you x” Leanne & Tom detailed offering the perfect choice for couples wanting e: [email protected] an elegant beachside experience in the most elegant “ Honestly can’t thank you enough for everything...... t: 01273 292016 of settings. There really is no other venue quite like this. The Bandstand was just amazing! Had the best day ever :) All Our Love Wayne & Debs .....Mr & Mrs T x” To match The Bandstand’s unique and unrivalled setting we To find out more visit are proud to offer The Bandstand Cafe Bistro’s outstanding To make initial enquiries please contact vanessa. www.brighton-hove.gov.uk hospitality and the creative talents of Wedding Dressings. [email protected] or tel 01273 292712 Photomadly Photography

2828 29 The Royal Pavilion Brighton, BN1 1EE t 03000 290905 e [email protected] www.brightonmuseums.org.uk This unique former royal palace offers a breathtaking venue for your wedding in the heart of the city of Brighton & Hove.

The Royal Pavilion is one of the most exotically beautiful draperies supported by carved flying dragons. The buildings in Britain. Built as King George IV’s seaside domed ceiling is made up of gilded shells creating an pleasure palace when Brighton was at the heart of illusion of height, making it hard not to gaze upwards fashionable Regency society; it was also used as a royal as you enter the room. All in all, a truly regal and residence by King William IV and Queen Victoria. unparalleled setting to mark the start of your married life together. Designed to entice, enrapture and enchant the great, the good and the grand of King George‘s court and now serves as an exquisite wedding venue. Today it’s Red Drawing Room – day & evening hire been restored to its original 1823 splendour with Indian- This historic room retains much of George IV’s original style architecture comprising of domes, towers and 1820s decorative scheme featuring red dragon minarets contrasted with exotic interiors inspired by the wallpaper and palm tree pillars. The Red Drawing Room Orient creating an unmatched romantic setting. can be hired for ceremonies throughout the year (except The Royal Pavilion’s glorious garden is one of the few Christmas Day and Boxing Day) and accommodates up fully re-instated Regency gardens in the country. Groups to 44 people (including the couple). of flowers and flourishing evergreens frame striking Located on the ground floor and not open to the views of the palace creating a picture perfect backdrop general public this room benefits from its own private for images of your wedding day. entrance leading directly from the Regency Garden, Photo: monaaliphotography.com affording the feel of true exclusivity to this area of the As well as welcoming royalty and distinguished guests palace on your special day. throughout its history the Royal Pavilion has hosted some of the most beautiful weddings. The Weddings Following the ceremony photographs of the couple Team have a wealth of experience and are renowned for can be taken in the Music Room followed by group their friendly, bespoke and personal service. From your photographs in the Royal Pavilion’s grounds. first visit to your special day they are on hand to help make sure everything runs smoothly. Receptions The Royal Pavilion can be hired for your reception even Ceremonies if you are not holding your ceremony at the palace. There are two rooms within the Royal Pavilion licensed All catering is supplied by your choice of one of our for wedding ceremonies, the magnificent Music Room approved caterers. and the elegant and more intimate Red Drawing Room. King William IV Room – day & evening hire Music Room – evening hire only Situated on the first floor above the Red Drawing Room the King William IV Room offers an elegant setting for

Exchange your vows in the dazzling splendour of Photo: jmcsweeneyphotography.co.uk both daytime and evening receptions. the palace’s Music Room, one of its most spectacular and impressive State Rooms. If you are looking for a Decorated in Chinese style, this light and airy room stunning ceremony venue the Music Room will simply features hand-painted wallpaper and oriental lanterns. take your breath away. Guests enter via the Royal This room can accommodate up to 60 guests seated. Pavilion’s main grand entrance and are led to the Music Room via the striking, Chinese-inspired Long Gallery. Adelaide Rooms – evening hire only This room is available for magical evening wedding This refurbished suite of two rooms, on the Royal ceremonies throughout the year (except Christmas Day Pavilion’s upper floors, is a sophisticated space with and Boxing Day) and accommodates up to 90 people a sunny balcony for warmer months overlooking the (including the couple). Featured widely in news media Regency Garden. around the globe, this was the setting for one of the The Adelaide Rooms are available for evening hire only first same sex weddings to take place in the UK. and can accommodate 46 guests seated (over both rooms) and 75 guests for a standing reception. The Music Room’s extraordinary interior is lit by nine lotus-shaped chandeliers, with walls decorated with Please note that as an historic building the Royal Pavilion rich red and gold canvasses in the Chinoiserie-style. is not suitable for parties; DJs, live bands and dancing is Windows are dressed with opulent blue silk-satin not permitted. Photo: monaaliphotography.com Photo: neilsmalls.com

30 31 Preston Manor The Claremont Preston Drove, Brighton BN1 6SD Second Avenue, Brighton and Hove, BN3 2LL t 03000 290905 e [email protected] t 01273 735161 www.brightonmuseums.org.uk e [email protected] www.theclaremont.eu Step back in time and say “I do” in an elegant Built in 1875, our stunning and stylish villa provides a Edwardian manor house. superb, vibrant venue for your special day. Gracefully proportioned and tastefully decorated rooms blend Preston Manor is a charming historic house situated on seamlessly with our delightful English country garden the outskirts of Brighton & Hove with extensive southerly bursting with a variety of colours throughout the year. views of Preston Park. Home to the Stanford family, reputedly once the richest family in Sussex, for over 130 years this Grade ll* listed house evokes an atmosphere of We work closely with you to create your bespoke graceful Edwardian living. occasion. Attention to detail, coupled with intuitive and discreet levels of friendly customer service together This is the perfect venue for couples looking to hold with locally sourced food passionately prepared by their ceremony within an elegant and intimate setting. our wedding chef – all contribute to make your Ceremonies take place in the Dining Room, decorated in experience a memorable one – from the ceremony a classical style with sweeping views across the Manor’s through to the last dance. croquet lawn. This room can be hired throughout the year (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day) and accommodates up to 30 people (including the couple). Think of The Claremont as your exclusive Victorian Villa by the sea. We can accommodate 120 guests for a Post ceremony drinks receptions can be held in the buffet style reception or up to 50 guests seated for Entrance Hall and the grounds can be hired for full a more formal meal. We offer 11 individually styled receptions with or without a marquee. bedrooms sleeping up to 19 guests, including a Photographs can be taken in the grounds which includes stunning junior suite with Victorian roll-top bath for the www.jimpix.com an enchanting walled garden. bride and groom to relax in at the end of a perfect day.

The Old Ship Hotel Coach House Kings Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1NR 59 Middle Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1AL t 01273 329 001 f 01273 820 718 t 01273 719000 e [email protected] e [email protected] www.oldshipbrighton.co.uk www.coachhousebrighton.com With its convenient central location in the old Brighton Ideally situated overlooking Brighton beach and positioned Lanes, The Coach House is a lively and unique venue for between the two piers, the Old Ship Hotel provides celebrating your special day, with warm friendly service and the perfect backdrop for celebrating your special day. a charm all of its own. The restaurant has an intimate and Whatever type of day you’re looking for, whether it’s a flexible layout, with a beautiful enclosed courtyard for the fairytale wedding with a lavish reception, an intimate summer and a roaring central fire in the winter. celebration with your closest friends and family, or a civil partnership or commitment ceremony we can help you to Our creative caring team ensure each day is bespoke create the perfect day. and tailored to your specific requirements. We will work with you to choose the best menu options, seating Standing proud on the bustling seafront, arriving at arrangements, flowers to match your colour scheme, Brighton’s oldest hotel couldn’t be easier for you and music or entertainment and any other special touches that your guests. The hotel has a licence to hold civil wedding you feel will make the day perfect. ceremonies and 154 bedrooms, so your whole day can be spent at this unique venue. The Coach House is licensed to hold civil wedding ceremonies, civil partnerships ceremonies, civil partnership We have five beautiful, unique function rooms to host conversion to marriage, renewal of vows and naming your special day, holding up to 250 guests. The Paganini ceremonies. Our dedicated Event Manager will help to fulfil Ballroom has been restored back to its former Regency your every wish and make sure your day is a memorable one. glory with a floating balcony and stunning detail. The Old Cellars provide a magical and romantic atmosphere Weddings and Ceremonies: Up to 50 guests for smaller candlelit parties, and you can take your vows Receptions: Up to 75 seated guests, with the option of overlooking the sea in beautifully decorated Fecamp extra guests after dinning has finished. Or up to 120 guests Lounge. You’ll be spoilt for choice at the Old Ship Hotel. for a more informal canape style reception.

32 33 Hilton Brighton Metropole Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2FU t 01273 720710 e [email protected]

There couldn’t be a more romantic location for the biggest day of your life, than Hilton Brighton Metropole. Set in the heart of one of the UK’s most iconic seaside towns, the Metropole offers the perfect combination of classic Victorian elegance and charm along with the vibrant, lively and contemporary feel of Brighton. Perfectly located just minutes from the Brighton train station, the Metropole is within easy reach no matter where your guests are travelling from. Whether your wedding is a understated gathering or a lavish celebration, we can cater for your ideas no matter the size. We have our own converted chapel, Clarence Suite which boasts a high vaulted barrel ceiling with chandeliers as well as a choice of two further suites, Ambassador Suite, a delightful room with its stunning art deco style hand painted central dome and the spacious Regency Suite, which offers the ideal setting for the larger wedding party each licensed to hold Civil Wedding Ceremonies. It’s little wonder that no two weddings are the same at Hilton Brighton Metropole. Perfectly combining a slice of Brighton’s colourful culture with elegant Victorian charm, this truly is a wedding venue that offers everything you’ve ever dreamed of and more. The only limits are your imagination.

Weddings at the Waterfront King’s Road, Brighton, BNl 2GS The Grand Brighton t 01273 763244 e [email protected] 97-99 King’s Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 2FW www.jurysinns.com/hotels/brighton-waterfront t 01273 224355 e [email protected] www.grandbrighton.co.uk The Jurys Inn Brighton Waterfront offers the perfect location The Hotel also hosts concessions such as Pecksniffs @grandbrighton TheGrandHotelBrighton to hold your Wedding at the Waterfront. Fresh from a Pamper studio who offer a range of pre wedding Standing proud on Brighton’s vibrant seafront, The Grand is £6 million refurbishment, the Hotel’s new modern and services. Check out their website for all the services offered www.pecksniffspamperstudio.co.uk a masterpiece of Victorian splendour and the ultimate coastal contemporary feel will bring a level of sophistication to your wedding venue in East Sussex. Just a stones throw away special day boasting ideal rooms and stunning views. For those guests who wish to stay overnight, we can from the Brighton beach; The Grand is the perfect setting for arrange a discounted accommodation rate for your couples who wish to celebrate wonderful weddings by the sea. Should you choose a contemporary wedding or a more friends and family. For the happy couple, we also offer The traditional and at times quirky seaside charm, the beautiful traditional, we can accommodate your style in one of our three a deluxe junior suite with sea-view – a luxurious way bandstand and of course the stunning sea views, provide the banqueting areas, catering from 20 to 220 for your wedding to round off your special day. This can be arranged at perfect backdrop to capture the memories of such a special day. breakfast. Whether your reception is for a small intimate a special rate for you or offered complimentary to gathering or something grand and lavish we have space for you. The four fully licensed private event rooms can accommodate those couples booking the full wedding package. You can dance the night away until 1am in our ballroom. anything from intimate gatherings to banquets for 500 guests. The traditional Regent Room is the perfect space for smaller The Jurys Inn Brighton Waterfront is also licenced to hold When booking a full wedding package you will ceremonies or for those larger gatherings, dine in the gorgeous marriage and civil partnership ceremonies. Choose to have your also receive a month’s free membership to the Empress Suite then let your hair down in the adjoining Pavilion ceremony in our Renaissance Ballroom, Library Terrace or in the Health and Leisure centre for two. Suite, affording stunning sea views. The hotel boasts many Promenade with stunning seaviews. We will be delighted to discuss your important day. luxurious bedroom suites to choose from for that special Situated just a minutes stroll from the Register Office at To make an appointment or wedding night, each is beautifully finished, with its own Brighton Town Hall, the new open plan design of the Hotel to request further information, character and some offer a private balcony in which to share creates unique spots to hold your pre or post ceremony drinks please call our Meetings and a moment together. The Grand offers even more to further receptions. Rest assured, your guests will be comfortable and Events wedding co-ordinators enhance such a special occasion from pre wedding pampering well looked after, while your photographer is capturing your on 01273 763244 or email or hen party’s in the luxury Day Spa to opulent private dining special day incorporating the breath-taking back drops the brightonwaterfrontconference@ options or pre-wedding dining in the glamorous 2 AA Rosette beautiful city of Brighton has to offer. jurysinns.com seafood restaurant, GB1

34 35 Sussex County Cricket Club Eaton Road, Hove, BN3 3AN t 0844 264 1736 [email protected] www.countygroundsussex.co.uk

Whether you are a cricket fan or not, the County Ground is an idyllic venue to host your wedding or civil partnership.

Both our Spen Cama Pavilion and Boundary Rooms are fully licensed for weddings and civil partnerships. Benefiting from ample natural light and looking out over the picture-perfect outfield, our function rooms can host 20 – 200 guests and together, can seamlessly facilitate your ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception.

We have a range of wedding menus and set packages to choose from. If you fancy something a little different, you can even work with our award-winning head chef to create a bespoke menu just for you. Our dedicated, experienced event management team will help you plan your day and ensure it runs smoothly right down to the smallest detail.

The stunning surroundings of the County Ground make the perfect backdrop for your wedding photographs, and you can even take advantage of the multimedia scoreboard to display your own special wedding message. If you are an avid cricket fan, ask us about the opportunity of combining your special day with a first-class cricket fixture.

Hotel du Vin Blanch House Every wedding at Blanch House is treated as a bespoke Ship Street, Brighton, BN1 1AD 17 Atlingworth Street, Brighton, BN2 1PL event with no two celebrations the same. We do however, have 4 wedding packages, each of which can t 01273 718588 t 01273 603504 be tailored to your individual requirements and budget: e [email protected] e [email protected] www.hotelduvin.com www.blanchhouse.co.uk 1) Blanch House “Simply Boutique” Includes the essential elements for your special day Sublime. One word to express the greatest of all days. Blanch House is a Grade II Listed Regency Town House, From £85 pp for weddings taking place on a Friday to With exquisite private rooms, gorgeous suites, a tranquil set in a quiet side street in the heart of the bohemian Sunday and from £75 pperson Monday to Thursday. courtyard, heavenly dining and your own dedicated events Kemp Town area of Brighton, a stone’s throw from the 2) Blanch House “Luxury Boutique” organiser, there can be no more fitting a stage as you seafront. A warm welcome from our caring and attentive A little bit of luxury on your special day glide elegantly from ceremony to wedding breakfast and team awaits you and your guests at our intimate boutique From £119 pp for weddings taking place on a Friday to beyond. Hotel du Vin is the perfect venue for weddings hotel – the perfect venue for your civil ceremony and Sunday and from £109 pperson Monday to Thursday and civil partnerships. wedding celebration. Situated in the Lanes conservation area, and a pebbles’ 3) Blanch House “Chic Boutique” throw from the seafront. Its 49 bedrooms are housed in On your special day start with a Champagne reception, Your perfect chic boutique wedding a collection of eccentric gothic revival and mock Tudor followed by a fabulous wedding breakfast in our elegant From £95 pperson for weddings taking place on a Friday buildings erected, appropriately by a wine merchant on Belle Epoque Function Suite. Afterwards, enjoy drinks in to Sunday and from £89 pp a Monday to Thursday. our Champagne & Cocktail Lounge Bar. the site of an old inn. Among its many features are a 4) Blanch House ‘Only You Boutique” heavily carved staircase and bizarre gargoyles, while the We can seat from 20 to 40 guests for the civil ceremony, The whole of Blanch House for you and your guests original double-height hall now houses the wine bar and a maximum of 40 for a more formal, seated wedding From £2,495. Exclusive Use of Blanch House Boutique recently added Laroche Wine tasting room. breakfast or 75 guests standing for a drinks and canapés Hotel is available to you, including the Champagne & Our Dome Ballroom can seat 100 people for a sit down buffet reception. Cocktail Bar & Lounge, each of our 12 elegantly designed meal and up to 120 for a reception. Our second largest guest bedrooms (double or single occupancy) and full room, the Ruinart can seat 48 people and our Whiskey Exclusive use is available any day of the week at Blanch English & continental breakfast the following morning. Snug 24. House. This includes full use of our 12 individually themed bedrooms, including the romantic Perrier Jouët and the View our Wedding Packages at: Why not pop in for a visit and enjoy a complimentary art deco Legacia, the Belle Epoque function suite and our www.blanchhouse.co.uk/celebrations-functions- glass of champagne while we take you on a tour of our Champagne & Cocktail Lounge Bar. venue/wedding-packages/ facilities. For your Big Day. Think du Vin.

36 37 Holiday Inn 137 Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2JF

Mercure Brighton t 01273 828250 e [email protected] Seafront Hotel www.hibrighton.com/weddings 149 Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2PP

t 01273 225 545 Celebrate in style on the Brighton seafront! e [email protected] Getting married is such a special occasion and choosing www.mercurebrighton.co.uk the right venue is an important part of this. Set on the beach front and less than 10 minutes from Brighton Pier and the city centre, we are the perfect Happy ever after starts at Mercure location for your big day. Brighton Seafront. It’s the most special day of your lives so spend it at a special place. Not only will you be in a beautiful setting but you can rest assured that we’ll help you get it just right. We’ll get to know you, your tastes, your wishes – and help make those dreams come true. For more information and a wedding show-round please call the hotel Brighton Harbour Hotel Chic and stylish, our waterside wedding venue is licensed for up to 100 guests for both your civil ceremony 64 King’s Road, Brighton, BN1 1NA and evening reception to share in the most special day of your life. t 01273 323221 e [email protected] We offer a range of luxurious bedrooms, allowing your www.brighton-harbour-hotel.co.uk guests to stay in-house and offering the opportunity to meet with everyone the morning after your wedding for a big breakfast - a delightful benefit and a lovely Brighton Harbour Hotel & Spa is the way to end your celebrations. Our spa is available to all perfect venue to tie the knot in Brighton. our in-house guests. Tucked away beneath the hustle and bustle of the city, it offers guests a fully immersive The new boutique hotel is located on its subterranean experience, with two levels of indulgence The Brighton Hotel famous seafront, just minutes from and relaxation. Featuring six luxurious treatment rooms, 143-145 Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2PQ sauna, steam room, rainforest showers, two Scandinavian Brighton Pier and the new i360, the ‘togetherness’ hot tubs, areas of rest and relaxation, t 01273 820 555 world’s first vertical cable car. Brighton’s an extensive gym and private Grotto. A raised mood-lit e [email protected] renowned shopping districted ‘The Lanes’ indoor pool features submerged seating, alongside a www.thebrightonhotel.co.uk are also a short walk away. hydrotherapy pool with relaxing pressure jets.

Hold your whole day of celebrations in With the spectacular Brighton seafront as a panoramic Wedding Packages start at £45 per person. one exceptional location. The Prince Regent suite backdrop, our brand new Marine Room is the perfect Contact our Wedding Co-Ordinator for more information is the perfect space, offering incerdible sea views. place to take your vows and host your wedding breakfast. 01273 3232 221 [email protected]

38 39 BHASVIC 205 Dyke Road, Hove BN3 6EG

t 01273 859829 e [email protected] www.bhasvic.ac.uk

BHASVIC’s historic panelled hall is over 100 years old –  the perfect setting for your Wedding ceremony and reception seating up to 160 for a sit down meal and up to 250 for the celebrations after. The ideal location set in the heart of Brighton and Hove, with a beautiful outside piazza for your photos. If you would like to know more please contact: [email protected] or 01273 859829.

The Greene Room The Cricketers 15 Black Lion St, Brighton, BN1 1ND Malmaison Brighton Brighton Marina Village, Brighton, BN2 5WA t 01273 329472 e [email protected] t 01273 679799 www.greeneroom.co.uk t 01273 041482 e [email protected] The Greene Room is just a pebble’s throw www.malmaison.com/locations/brighton/ from Brighton Town Hall and the perfect venue for your intimate wedding reception. Duke of York’s Cinema Preston Circus, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 4NA In one of the most exciting cities in the When your guests start to notice all of the little differences Providing an exclusive venue located on its own floor that you’ve planned with our experienced team, they are t 01273 818549 UK, Malmaison Brighton is a perfect blend above The Cricketers pub on Black Lion Street in impressed, you are relaxed. It’s time to say I do. Whether e [email protected] of modern style, fantastic atmosphere the Lanes it’s steeped in Brighton history with literary you dream of a huge fairytale wedding or a more intimate www.picturehouses.co.uk and unrivalled hospitality. connections to Graham Greene, criminal connections occasion, Malmaison is the perfect backdrop. with Jack the Ripper and sited on one of the oldest The hotel is in a perfect location, offering guests the The secret to happy ever after starts with the perfect stage The Duke of York’s is delighted to add bespoke venues in Brighton dating from 1547. A true slice of best views the Marina has to offer whilst still enjoying for your big day, uniquely tailored to your needs. Here at weddings to its repertoire of great entertainment. Brighton history but with a modern, elegant style. close connections to the vibrant town centre. Malmaison we have spaces to suit your every need. With It is the UK’s oldest purpose built cinema and a beautiful rooms, Mal is the stunning venue of choice for We can seat up to 45 people for a sit down meal or Grade II listed building. The venue seats 278 people. Our spectacular spaces and beautifully crafted food an intimate or a grander scale ceremony. 65 for a more informal event. With three interlinking Hire includes; exclusive use of the venue, projection, and drink provide you with the flexibility to make rooms for exclusive use, a private bar, sound system staffing, red carpet, rehearsal time, post-ceremony your nuptial dreams a reality. With effortless on-trend The venue is just the start of your fabulous day. With super and bespoke food and drink we provide a flexible, popcorn and a listing in our programme. For more style, Malmaison Brighton is the perfect place for a slinky, flexible facilities, offering unique Champagne or cocktail personal service for your special day and at great information contact Ruth Hazell on 01273 818549 contemporary couple looking to wow their guests with receptions to superstar suites for you and your guests. value for money. Or email [email protected] an awesome, unique celebration. Marriages are made in heaven at Malmaison.

40 41 Fazackarley Wedding Photography

t 07976 047 565 e [email protected] www.fazackarley.com Beautiful, relaxed and creative wedding photography in Brighton and throughout the UK. I work to capture the natural atmosphere of your wedding & document the story of your day with all the little details; the moments, the smiles & laughter, your family & friends, the dancing, speeches & everything in between.

Brighton College Eastern Rd, Brighton BN2 0AL t 01273 704350 e [email protected] www.brightoncollege.org.uk/practical-information/facilities-for-hire/

Brighton College is located in the heart of Kemptown in We are able to comfortably cater for 70 to 156 people close proximity to the centre of Brighton. It is positioned for a wedding breakfast and up to 250 for an evening in its own beautifully kept grounds and lawns offering a reception. The college is locally renowned for superb unique and tranquil setting. wedding cuisine and offer tailored menus to suit every Celebrate your wedding with a civil ceremony in the requirement, so sit back and enjoy your special day while intimacy of the Hordern room followed by a blessing our in house team of chefs take care of everything for you. in our beautiful Victorian Chapel. Then, take your photographs alongside a drinks reception in the idyllic For more information on packages available, Quad and make your way to the magnificent Great Hall please contact Ellyn Williams on 01273 704350 or Dining Room for your wedding breakfast. or email [email protected]

The Copper Clam 143-144 Kings Road Arches, Brighton BN1 2FN t 01273 323847 [email protected] www.thecopperclam.com

Located on Brighton’s vibrant seafront with iconic views of the West Pier, The Copper Clam offers a friendly, relaxed and intimate reception space.

Our beautiful copper themed indoor dining space can allow for up to 60 guests. The gorgeous decor, spectacular Kitty Wheeler Shaw Andrew Mardell real copper bar and attention to detail will impress your 45 Wembley Avenue, Lancing BN15 9JZ guests from start to finish. Our outdoor area seats an Photography additional 60 guests and features large heated umbrellas. t 01903 765770, 07976 261454 t 07525 492732 e [email protected] e [email protected] Our bespoke wedding reception packages will ensure www.kittywheelershaw.co.uk www.armphotography.co.uk your special celebrations are unique and catered to you. Our professional team will work with you to design the Personal, authentic, relaxed. Wedding photography Professional Photographer with over 25 years perfect food & drinks menu using only the freshest locally that tells your story. Call or email to talk about your of experience. sourced ingredients, colour themed flower arrangements, day and arrange a meeting music and any other requirements you may have. Your “Kitty put us completely at ease and captured the most A mixture of formal photographs & casual shoots. reception party at The Copper Clam will offer your guests beautiful shots of our big day- all of the little moments Photographs can be produced on a CD, or in an album, a memorable experience, which will be remembered for with guests and secret smiles between the two of us.” or both. They can be produced & printed at the reception years to come! Jessica and Claudia, Brighton if required.

42 43 Lambert’s Candy Kisses Bettie Rose Wedding Flowers Sweet Boutique White Dove Release t 07754660369 t 07786 915815 e [email protected] t 07746 450814 t 07971 491988 e Rachel@Candy Kisses.co.uk e [email protected] e [email protected] www.bettierose.co.uk www.candy-kisses.co.uk www.sussexdoverelease.co.uk Bettie Rose is a studio based florist in Brighton Candy Kisses is a Brighton based company providing At a happy event such as a wedding or celebration, specialising in weddings and bespoke events. Run by beautiful displays of sweets and treats which will really a dove release is magical and memorable, lifting the Al Duomo creative florist Lib who loves collaborating with couples wow the guests at your special event. event to new heights. and working creatively with their visions to produce We offer a bespoke service tailored to your theme, choice At a funeral, internment or anniversary of death, Italian Restaurant beautiful designs. It is important to her that the flowers truly reflect the clients personalities and individual styles - of sweets, budget and number of guests. We have also a dove release is poignant and powerful, renewing a 7 Pavilion Buildings, Brighton, BN1 1EE put together a range of packages for you to choose from. connection and reminding everyone that love lives on. just as a wedding should! Flowers are her passion and t 01273 326 741 m 07710 161 562 she loves working with nature and the amazing colours For more information please contact us. For more information please contact us. e [email protected] and textures which come with the changing seasons. www.alduomo.co.uk

Al Duomo Italian Restaurant is situated in the centre of Brighton. We pride ourselves in organising unique Angel House bespoke wedding celebrations and have established an excellent reputation in making your day a success. We 1 Brunswick Terrace, BN3 1HN are able to cater for your individual request to create a t 01273 711159 e [email protected] unique Wedding Celebration from groups of 10 to 70 www.angel-house.com guests for a sit down meal and we can also have an additional 30 guests in the evening for wedding discos Overlooking Brighton and Hove’s iconic seafront and the Angel Weddings or Civil Partnerships. Our dedicated bookings Peace Statue, Angel House is a hidden gem; a stylish Grade I manager will show you around, listen and discuss how listed Regency town house, recently restored to its original glory. to plan for your perfect day.

The restaurant itself is right next door to the iconic Royal The House was built in the 1820s when interior design first Pavilion and in close proximity to the Brighton & Hove became popular; a legacy evident today in the exquisite décor Registry Office at Bartholomew Square. The Pavilion and finishes. A genuine sense of occasion pervades the House, Gardens are an ideal spot to photograph your special built with hospitality and celebration in mind. day. We are centrally located to all the major hotels only Plum Catering 5 minutes from Brighton Pier and within easy reach of Above everything perches the classical French-style Bridal Suite, the i360 viewing tower. t 07967 305044 with the most breath-taking bathroom in Brighton. A full bar for celebratory drinks prior or after the e [email protected] www.theperfectplum.uk/#weddings • Exclusive use of the entire venue for the day ceremony. We have outside seating on the terrace • Licensed for civil wedding ceremonies (up to 60 guests) and your guests can enjoy drinks in view of the Royal • your dream wedding “Thank you so much • Privately catered wedding breakfast (up to 60 guests) Pavilion. We have a number or private rooms to suite all • fully bespoke service for all you and your • Morning Room and Salon Bar for receptions (up to 80 guests) sizes of parties. • exceptional food teams hard work on • Brighton Beach and Hove Lawns for your wedding photos Whether it’s a Wedding breakfast, lunch, canapes/buffet • a broad range of services our wedding day” • Spectacular bedroom quarters for your wedding night or a full sit down 3 course meal please contact us talk • your budget fully managed • One hour from London, 10 minutes from Brighton station about your requirements. We can tailor menus to suit Plum offers a fully bespoke service to all our clients. You your budget! We are more than happy to listen and tell us what you would like for our dream wedding or This historic venue evokes the most romantic aspects of discuss your vision to deliver the perfect wedding day. party and we will create it for you. Brighton’s cultural heritage: a memorable setting for your Please contact Alberto to discuss your requirements and “My daughter and I are indebted to you for ensuring special day. our bespoke service tailored to your personal budget. that it was a perfect wedding day”

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Proud Country House Stanmer Park, Brighton, BN1 9QA

t 01273 680400 e [email protected] www.stanmerhouse.co.uk Proud Cabaret Brighton 83 St Georges Road, Brighton, BN2 1EF Stanmer House is a beautiful Grade 1 listed 18th Century Manor set in 5000 acres of stunning t 01273 680400 parkland which is unique for its Brighton location. e [email protected] Set in the heart of Sussex Countryside, yet only proudcabaretbrighton.com minutes from the bustling city centre, nestled between the sea and the Downs just 10 minutes Set in the heart of Kemptown, Proud Cabaret from Brighton. Brighton offers a traditional setting with a twist, making it the perfect venue for private functions Steeped in history, the house has been beautifully restored and encompasses stylish and contemporary including corporate events, gigs, showcases, designs while retaining the original splendour of the theatrical performances and conferences. house. Stanmer House is the perfect venue for a variety Offering a full range of entertainment options, of events. With the space to cater for one on one Proud Cabaret Brighton will work with you to create meetings, team building, corporate dinners, private the perfect package for your event. The venue is also dining, anniversaries, birthdays, wakes, christenings and equipped with a full license to host weddings and weddings. Whatever the event, Stanmer House can civil ceremonies. It has become a popular wedding accommodate in one of their many function rooms. destination, attracting couples from all over the world Understandably Stanmer House is an increasingly as it offers a highly original and memorable experience. popular wedding venue for those looking for a The events team at Proud Cabaret Brighton will somewhere to hold their civil ceremony or civil provide any brides and grooms-to-be with a stress-free, partnership and reception. picture-perfect day. Photos: Simon Fazackerley, Photos: Simon Fazackerley, 46 47 List of venues

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